Investec appoints Konrad Blocher as Strategic Aviation Analyst

Investec has appointed Konrad Blocher as strategic aviation analyst in its expanding Dublin aviation finance office. Konrad was most recently senior vice president of risk modelling at SMBC Aviation Capital, having spent seven years working for the Irish-based lessor. In his new role, Konrad will enhance Investec’s aviation finance industry forecasts as well as market and portfolio analyses and valuation methodologies. Ramki Sandaram, Head of Investec Aviation, commented: “Konrad’s appointment is another step in the development of our global aviation offering operating out of the Dublin office and follows appointments in our aviation finance and securities businesses in Ireland. Konrad’s